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Jane Tusten Obituary
Jane was born in Lawrence on April 23, 1943. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph W. Tusten and Mary May (Hutton) Tusten. Jane is survived by her brothers Bill Tusten of Olathe, KS and Jay Tusten of Ulysses, KS , along with 4 nieces, 1 nephew, 2 grandnephews, 1 grandniece and several cousins.
Jane graduated from Lawrence High and in 1965, graduated from KU with a Bachelor of Science in Education. She also completed her master's degree at KU. From 1965 to 2000, Jane taught at Pinckney Elementary and later Schwegler Elementary. In 2000, Jane retired from full-time teaching but continued teaching as a substitute and volunteer. She was a cancer survivor.
Teaching was not Jane's only passion. She was active in the Lawrence Jayhawk Kennel Club for fifty years. She touched many lives with her compassion. She donated to worthy causes. She cared about all people (and animals). Jane's deeds throughout her life really define her as a person. She is missed.
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Nathan Rytting
April 24, 2023
Having Ms. Tusten as a teacher was a privilege and a joy. She kept me accountable for my learning and behavior in a loving way. I will always have fond memories of her. My condolences to her family.
Kim Dietz-Steffen
April 24, 2023
Miss Tusten was a wonderful teacher and my favorite. I had her in 2nd grade at Schwegler. She was funny, compassionate and loved her students. One fun memory was of our class gerbil. I was the lucky one picked to take it home for the summer.
Anna Osborn
April 23, 2023
You were a wonderful first grade teacher. I remember you dressing up your dogs for our Halloween celebrations. You are missed.
Barb (Givens) Heeb
April 21, 2023
Mrs. Tusten was one of those memorable teachers at Schwegler for my sister and me. Sending our sympathies and love to the family.
Julie (Larson) Rea
April 21, 2023
One of my best and very favorite teachers at Pinckney. R.I.P. Miss Tustin.
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